as in optometrist
a medical professional who studies and treats problems and diseases of the eye
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Recent Examples of ophthalmologist
Those include a neuro-ophthalmologist who monitors Nicholson’s two-thirds vision loss resulting from the brain surgery.
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Kenneth R. Gosselin, Hartford Courant, 22 Feb. 2026
Indeed, the American economy looks more and more like Big Law, overtorqued toward financial firms that are pushing into our retirement accounts, buying up our ophthalmologists and car washes, and are becoming the largest indirect employers in the country.
—Liz Hoffman, semafor.com, 5 Feb. 2026
Doctors said the security forces appeared to be aiming at people’s heads, and one ophthalmologist reported seeing hundreds of patients shot in the eye.
—The Week Us, TheWeek, 20 Jan. 2026
An ophthalmologist at a hospital in Tehran reported that it has been overwhelmed by casualties, including many people who were shot in the eye.
—Benjamin Wallace-Wells, New Yorker, 17 Jan. 2026
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Kenneth R. Gosselin, Hartford Courant, 22 Feb. 2026
Indeed, the American economy looks more and more like Big Law, overtorqued toward financial firms that are pushing into our retirement accounts, buying up our ophthalmologists and car washes, and are becoming the largest indirect employers in the country.
—Liz Hoffman, semafor.com, 5 Feb. 2026
Doctors said the security forces appeared to be aiming at people’s heads, and one ophthalmologist reported seeing hundreds of patients shot in the eye.
—The Week Us, TheWeek, 20 Jan. 2026
An ophthalmologist at a hospital in Tehran reported that it has been overwhelmed by casualties, including many people who were shot in the eye.
—Benjamin Wallace-Wells, New Yorker, 17 Jan. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for ophthalmologist
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Top Picks Best Smith Helmets Smith Optics was founded by an entrepreneurial optometrist who spent most of his free time skiing.—
Katie Jackson,
Travel + Leisure,
9 Feb. 2026
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Menopause can cause blurry vision and dry and tired eyes, says Charissa Lee, an optometrist who heads professional affairs for vision for Johnson & Johnson.—
Laura Trujillo,
USA Today,
19 Jan. 2026
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Some doctors diagnose the folate condition using a specialty laboratory test that isn't FDA-approved.—
MATTHEW PERRONE THE ASSOCIATED PRESS,
Arkansas Online,
11 Mar. 2026
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People who test positive but have no symptoms likely have latent tuberculosis and should get a chest X-ray and see a doctor, since treatment can prevent active disease from developing.—
Jemma Stephenson,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
11 Mar. 2026
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All 12 of its freestanding ERs, including the one in Plantation, and its over 100 HCA Florida physician offices also accept the insurance, including Medicare Advantage, HMO and ACA plans associated with Florida Blue.—
Michelle Marchante,
Miami Herald,
4 Mar. 2026
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Cardiologist and researcher Eric Topol pointed to five studies in which AI systems working independently outperformed physicians who had access to AI as a tool.—
William Warr,
Time,
4 Mar. 2026
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Temitayo Oyegbile-Chidi, a neurologist and sleep specialist at UC Davis Health, said the human body naturally follows the sun.—
Sacbee.com,
Sacbee.com,
5 Mar. 2026
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Finally, Johnson found a neurologist willing to prescribe it on a trial basis.—
Brenda Goodman,
CNN Money,
5 Mar. 2026
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As with any supplement, check with your pediatrician first, especially for younger kids.—
Avery Newmark,
AJC.com,
10 Mar. 2026
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Parents are encouraged to consult with pediatricians before enrolling children aged 1 to 3 in swim classes, and it is strongly recommended that all children 4 and older receive swim training.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
10 Mar. 2026
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To be directed by Sandra Marquez, the piece offers a historical exploration of the development of the birth control pill, focusing on activist Margaret Sanger, philanthropist Katharine McCormick, scientist Gregory Pincus and gynecologist John Rock.—
Chris Jones,
Chicago Tribune,
5 Mar. 2026
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The next day, Operacz saw a urinary gynecologist.—
Kerry Breen,
CBS News,
28 Feb. 2026
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This gentle cleanser is dermatologist-tested and ideal for daily use.—
BestReviews,
Chicago Tribune,
25 Feb. 2026
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These are typically used under dermatologist guidance to manage side effects and find the right formulation.—
Allison Palmer
Updated February 25,
Miami Herald,
25 Feb. 2026
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Jonathan Appelbaum is an internist, geriatrician and an HIV specialist.—
Jonathan Appelbaum,
The Orlando Sentinel,
27 Feb. 2026
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The surgery was an in-patient procedure because my internist said that was safer for someone over 60.—
Patricia Tortolani,
Allure,
29 Jan. 2026
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“Ophthalmologist.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/ophthalmologist. Accessed 11 Mar. 2026.
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